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The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Han Sen Hau The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur, offers an urban oasis in the heart of the city. Located on the third floor of the hotel, this sanctuary boasts private treatment rooms s…
Monica Tindall Detox. Retox. Repeat. AWAY Spa – “Where the whirlwind of W winds down.” I’m not only excited about the opening of the hotel W Kuala Lumpur but also the opening of their signature AWAY Spa. Having had unique and positive experiences with the brand in Ko…
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Embracing the urban spa concept, the design lines of the Starhill Spa Village are clean and simple. Natural wood and soft grey tones offer a soothing ambience, to calm the mind and ease the eyes. The massage experi…
Monica Tindall When we’re looking to add a bit of fun and sense of playful lux to any experience, the W can always be counted on. In this instance, we’re seeking diversion before our evening flight departure from the island and the W Koh Samui, one of the best day […]
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: The Yum List A luxury boutique hotel, with only five luxury suites, The Clingendael is the perfect getaway from the realities of life. Ensconced majestically in the Kandyan Hills, the property exudes elegant colonial style whi…
Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall Americans like myself can get very cavalier about skin. Perhaps it is because we spend half of the year tucked into scarves and sweaters in near-hibernation, and the other half soaking up as much sun as the summe…
Our eyes are filled with green. Lime from the paddy fields, artichoke in the palms and there’s even a dark olive tinge to the thunderclouds rumbling in the distance. It seems that not only our sight is filled with this freshness but our lungs too are lifted with the be…
Looking for ideas for the perfect gift this February? The Yum List gives you some suggestions… Hand Crafted Chocolates Some might say flowers and chocolates are overrated, but not if the sweet treats come from the Chocolate Concierge. Chief chocolatier N…
Wellness Retreat Ipoh Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall If you are aching for a break from the city, but don’t want to travel too far, and want the luxury of a total wellness retreat without having to get on a plane, then a two-hour drive from Kuala L…
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall The Spa and Wellness Centre at the Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat is definitely well named. From the moment you enter The Banjaran grounds, you feel your cares slipping away as you are cocooned in this natural haven …
Words: Kristin Cosgrove Photos: Monica Tindall Valentine’s Day is coming, the day when we try to find the perfect way to say, “I love you” and “You are appreciated,” to our spouse and significant others. In a world where even a few minutes of alone-time is scarce a…
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall I’ve been going to the Nail Parlour for years and I never knew that it was founded by a young, clever visionary Malaysian. Lim May Shen returned from studies in Sydney aged 23 and wasn’t impressed with the cleanlin…